The first powered flight of a new US hypersonic vehicle was successfully conducted, marking a significant milestone. The hypersonic weapon startup Castelion spearheaded this achievement with the first prototype missile test. This event signifies the commencement of a series of flight tests aimed at enabling rapid iteration on the company's internally designed and manufactured weapon sub-systems. The test flight, which took place over the Pacific Ocean, utilized a startup's 3D-printed rocket motor to achieve speeds several times the speed of sound. This development is hailed as a step closer to enhancing strategic deterrence and keeping democracies safe.
Congratulations to the @CastelionCorp team - going from design idea, engine tests to first flight at... hypersonic speed. One step closer to keeping democracies safe through strategic deterrence https://t.co/FZek87pheK
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The flight over the Pacific Ocean uses a startup's 3D-printed rocket motor to hit speeds several times the speed of sound. https://t.co/ReryhsMH15
Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion has first prototype missile test https://t.co/9y18DNKpIr https://t.co/Xk2iKrEDE6
This weekend, Castelion successfully conducted the first flight of our hypersonic test platform - a major milestone for the company. This kicks off a series of flight tests planned to enable rapid iteration on our internally designed and manufactured weapon sub-systems. https://t.co/9NeUXthwDV
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